4 of 5: Niche

From a casual fan’s perspective, 2K8 is almost too much to handle. The new gameplay features like ProStick and the face-off system were executed perfectly by 2K. A deep franchise mode will thrill the hardcore while also serving to frighten away the casual hockey fan. Luckily other modes like quick game are there to pick up where franchise leaves off. I can safely say that NHL 2K8 is the best hockey game I’ve ever played and I don’t have a problem recommending it to hockey fans. Casual gamers or people that may not be all that into hockey may have a hard time swallowing the $60 price tag so for them this would have to be a bargain bin purchase. I’ll split the difference and give this year’s 2K hockey title a niche rating.

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